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Geregu Power AGM (June 30): 7 new NEDs elected in one sitting — 6 months after Otedola sold his 77% stake to MA'AM Energy in a $750m deal. Also declared ₦9.00/share dividend (up from ₦8.50). New owners are now visibly in control of the board. #NGX #GEREGU https://t.co/tib20zlmwL
Nigerian electricity distribution companies experienced a revenue collection decline in the first quarter of 2026, collecting N597.56 billion out of N756.93 billion billed. This left an uncollected balance of N159 billion as overall collection efficiency dropped to 78.95 percent.
Mr. Akinjide Orimolade, the CEO of Stanbic IBTC Insurance Limited, has outlined technology, compulsory insurance enforcement, and capacity building as the three strategic pillars of his upcoming administration as the 53rd President of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria.
Airtel Africa Plc has reported that its issued share capital stood at 3.65 billion ordinary shares as of June 30, 2026. This update follows the company's ongoing share buyback programme, which continues to reduce the total number of voting shares available to investors.
Shareholders of Geregu Power Plc have approved a dividend payment of nine naira per share for the 2025 financial year. The decision was reached during the company's fourteenth annual general meeting, where shareholders also endorsed board appointments and other corporate governance resolutions.
The Central Bank of Nigeria has directed commercial banks to deploy their newly raised capital of 4.65 trillion Naira into credit creation to stimulate economic activity, shifting focus from capital accumulation to active lending to avoid missing recapitalisation goals.
Shareholders of FCMB Group Plc approved a final dividend of ₦0.35 per ordinary share for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. During the company’s thirteenth annual general meeting, investors also adopted the audited financial statements and ratified new board appointments.
Agusto & Co. has upgraded MTN Nigeria Communications Plc's long-term national rating to Aaa from Aa+, citing a strong recovery in the telecommunication company's earnings and balance sheet. The rating agency also affirmed MTN Nigeria's short-term rating.
Nigeria has established itself as a leading digital economy in Africa, with its Information and Communication sector contributing between 17 and 18 percent to the national gross domestic product, though challenges remain in fully capturing this digital value.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has reduced import duties for fully built passenger vehicles from 70 percent to 40 percent under the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures. Additionally, the Nigeria Customs Service has commenced the implementation of a green tax on imports.
The Nigerian naira appreciated to N1,369 per US dollar at the official foreign exchange market on July 1, 2026. This recovery represents a gain of N7 from the end of June, occurring as official foreign exchange turnover exceeded $1.06 billion.
Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria shows the naira appreciated against the United States dollar, with the indicative exchange rate falling to 1,369 naira per dollar from 1,376 naira per dollar recorded on Tuesday.
Global oil prices fell for a third consecutive day as Brent crude futures decreased by 1.1 percent to $70.80 a barrel. Simultaneously, U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude dropped 1.2 percent to stand at $67.74 a barrel.
United Bank for Africa Plc has mobilised its employees across twenty African countries for a coordinated clean-up exercise. This initiative, which transformed its flagship jogging program, aims to reinforce the financial institution's commitment to environmental sustainability and wellness.
Agusto & Co. has upgraded the long-term rating of MTN Nigeria Communications Plc from Aa+ to Aaa, representing the highest rating on its national scale. The rating agency also reaffirmed the telecommunications company's short-term rating at A1+ with a stable outlook.
Global Brent crude prices have declined to $70 per barrel, sparking expectations of a downward review in Nigeria's domestic fuel prices. Despite the drop in international crude benchmarks, local marketers have maintained the domestic petrol pump price at N1,200 per litre.
Nigeria has officially joined the International Energy Agency, securing a pivotal role in global energy policy decision-making. The landmark membership is expected to influence the country's energy transition strategies and impact the macroeconomic landscape for domestic energy companies.
Market-oriented reforms in Nigeria have driven a fifty-two percent dollar-denominated surge in the benchmark stock index, ranking it among the global top performers, while simultaneously creating political challenges for the administration due to domestic economic pressures.
The Court of Appeal in Lagos has ruled in a case involving Prestige Assurance Plc that the issuance of post-dated cheques does not constitute advance payment for an insurance premium.
The Nigerian naira exhibited relative stability against the United States dollar across both the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market and the parallel market on July 2, 2026, maintaining a narrow gap between the two trading segments.
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